John R. Lewis Elementary School

2630 Skyland Drive N.E., Brookhaven, GA 30319
School / Childcare
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

John R. Lewis Elementary School has been inspected five times since 2024. John R. Lewis Elementary School was last inspected on Mar 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Brookhaven average 86, so John R. Lewis Elementary School is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pink matter on the ice machine plate in direct contact with ice. COS: Ice was discarded and ice machine was cleaned and sanitized while inspector was on site. C/A:511-6-1.05(7)(b) - Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 5. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned:(iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment:
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
90
Dec 9, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two pans of beans with tomato were tightly wrapped while actively cooling in the walk-in cooler. CA: Discussed with the person in charge that when placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be loosely covered or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. COS: Person in charge uncovered the food.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
95
Nov 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
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6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed temperatures of milk cartons above 41 F during service. During service, ambient temperature in cooler read 51 degrees F. After service, reach in cooler was closed and ambient temperature read 35.8 degrees F. However, milk carton temperatures read 45 and 43 degrees F. Instructed employees to discard milk which was out of temperature. Instructed PIC to use ice in cooler to keep milk products below 41 F. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: All milk in cooler is discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
May 2, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in front service area leaking from pipe on top of trash can. Informed PIC to request repair immediately.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in front service area leaking from pipe on top of trash can. Informed PIC to request repair immediately.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was John R. Lewis Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at John R. Lewis Elementary School on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at John R. Lewis Elementary School?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at John R. Lewis Elementary School.

How does John R. Lewis Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Brookhaven?

John R. Lewis Elementary School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Brookhaven average of 86.

Has John R. Lewis Elementary School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at John R. Lewis Elementary School have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at John R. Lewis Elementary School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is John R. Lewis Elementary School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, John R. Lewis Elementary School is inspected around three times per year on average.